If you’re considering a Cadillac LYRIQ, one of the first questions you’ll ask is simple: how long does charging take? The good news is that most day-to-day charging happens at home, and fast charging is there for road trips.
How Long Does It Take To Charge A Cadillac LYRIQ?
Charging At Home (Level 2)
A Level 2 home setup is the “sweet spot” for most EV owners. You plug in at night and wake up with a replenished battery. Cadillac also offers Level 2 charging equipment through its accessories store, and GM partners with installers to make home setup easier.
Public DC Fast Charging For Road Trips
When you’re traveling, DC fast charging is the fastest option. Cadillac publishes a maximum DC charge speed of 190 kW, with messaging like “up to 86 miles in about 10 minutes,” depending on conditions, charger output, temperature, and battery state of charge.
What Affects DC Fast-Charging Speed?
Even at the same station, charging speed can vary from one session to the next. A few factors make the biggest difference:
Battery Temperature
Batteries charge faster when they’re in their ideal temperature range. Cold (and sometimes extreme heat) can slow charging until the battery warms or cools.
How Full The Battery Is
EVs typically charge fastest at lower states of charge, then slow down as the battery fills. That’s normal. A 10% to 60% session is usually much quicker than 60% to 90%.
Charger Power And Availability
Not all “fast chargers” are the same. Some are 50 kW, others 150 kW, 250 kW, or higher. Your vehicle can only charge as fast as the charger can deliver and the vehicle will accept.
Battery Preconditioning
Many EVs charge faster when the battery is preconditioned. In some vehicles, navigating to a fast charger helps the car prepare the battery for quicker charging.
Station Load And Power Sharing
Some charging sites share power across stalls or reduce output when stations are busy. If a site is crowded, speeds can be lower.
Equipment And Conditions At The Charger
Chargers can slow down due to heat, maintenance issues, or local power limitations. If a stall seems unusually slow, trying a different stall can help.
The best rule of thumb: plan fast charging for the middle of the battery (for example, arriving low and charging to around 70–80%) when possible. It’s often the quickest way to get back on the road.
Get Charging Help With Airport Cadillac
Whether you’re going from Medford to Ashland, Grants Pass, the coast, or Portland, Airport Cadillac can help you map out the best charging spots across your route. If you have questions about charging, you can contact us today.
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